Recalls / 2019-08-07
Seattle Manufacturing Corporation Recalls Ice Axes Due to Serious Injury and Fall Hazards
19180 · Recalled 2019-08-07 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves Kobah Ice Axes of lengths 60, 65, 70 and 75 centimeters. The axes each have a steel pick and adze joined at the top of an orange aluminum handle shaft by a black polyamide resin head. There is a steel spike in the bottom of the handle shaft. "Kobah," "SMC" and Manufacturer's Lot Number (MLN) 10864 are printed on the handle shaft.
Hazards
The spike and/or head of the ice axe can detach from the handle during use, posing serious injury and fall hazards to the climber.
Reported injuries
The firm has received one report of the axe's spike detaching from the handle. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ice axes and return them to Seattle Manufacturing Corporation (SMC) for a full refund. SMC is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Kobah Ice Axes | About 165 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Seattle Manufacturing Corporation (SMC), of Ferndale, Washington
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Specialty climbing shops along the West coast, online at www.smcgear.com
Consumer contact
SMC at 800-426-6251 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email customerservice@smcgear.com or online at www.smcgear.com and click on “recall notifications” for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 19180. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.